June 2001

Dealers’ Report Card

Consolidation may be to blame for low marks at some firms, planners suggest

There are some exceptions, to be sure. But generally a well-structured payout makes for happier planners

Quotes from the industry

That may change once MFDA up and running. But some planners still say process is a nightmare

Planners are feeling pressure from head office more than ever

Overall marks are better, but many planners are finding it hard to cope with their first bear market

But with technology still evolving, planners should keep their eyes on the next learning curve

Quotes from the industry

FundEX offers planners 100% payout; Money Concepts offers independence with head office support

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Quotes from the industry

As a group, you're still mostly male, and almost all are well-educated. But that's where similarites end

Traditional planners respond as competitors invade their turf

Its planners give it top marks, especially for stability. That's not surprising these days